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Friday, October 28, 2011

KNIT ADULT HAT-CAP-BEANIE
designed and created by Janet Marie Marston-McGregor
posted on 10/28/2011

I went through some of my old yarn stash - found a big ball of yarn - I have no idea the brand - but pretty sure it’s Red Heart - anyway, I remember using it back in 1998 - yes, it’s that old - I remember making a gift for my gramma (now passed) and this is what’s left - making myself a knit hat/cap/beanie, and, if enough is left, will make a scarf.

Making it up as I go along - nothing fancy - just wanted to use it up and since I know I used this for my gramma, will be a “comfort” thing.

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I knit slower than crochet - and can’t do fancy stitches - just basic - may trim in crochet.
Knitting in the round - for me, it’s the easiest way to get that knit/pearl look without trying to count - I am really bad at that - what i like about knitting in the round is you get knit on one side and pearl on the other - and don’t have to remember to switch and do it backwards.
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With size 8 circulars, cast on 80 (why 80? just seemed to be the right size for my head)

K all around till desired length - I want it to cover my ears - leave long tail - weave through, pull tight - sew it up (optional); tie it off; make a pompom

Knitting in the round - for me, it’s the easiest way to get that knit/pearl look without trying to count - I am really bad at that - what i like about knitting in the round is you get knit on one side and pearl on the other - and don’t have to remember to switch and do it backwards

For the TRIM, I did 4 rows of SC (in back loops) with size G hook - added a nice big fluffy pompom - made it long enough to fit over my ears

Please do not sell this pattern - you may use it (and sell what you make), share it, and link back to this site. Enjoy!

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10/23/2011 - BEGIN
10/24/2011 - I think I may finish this today - just in time for our snowstorm!
10/26/2011 - FINISHED!

Friday, October 21, 2011

STS = star-stitch; pull up 6 on hook, pull thru, ch1 (see Crochet By Teresa's tutorial on how to make the stitch - there are more tutorials out there on this cool stitch - but I like Teresa's the best)

I used a standard Red Heart multi-colored yarn for this scarf
(If you want looser stars, use a larger hook)

STS = Star Stitch (for first row of STS, pull up 6 loops, pull through all 6; then pull up loop in 1st stitch (the center of the STS, then on the next, which is the last of the STS you just made, you should have 3 loops on your hook, then pull up next 3 = 6, then pull through all 6 - if you don't understand, go to Janet's You Tube - from there, I have saved the demo from Crochet By Teresa - she has a hands on demo that's easy to follow - you can also go to my Ravelry Site, and search for free patterns on how to do this wonderful star stitch)

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With size K hook, CH20 (should be 4-inches wide - use size J hook if needed to make gauge)

I wanted to design something simple and easy. This looks so precious and you can make these up very fast.

The mitten should be around 1.5 to 2 inches wide and 3.5 to 4 inches long (counting cuff) - the baby yarn I used is very soft and flexible - if you want tighter, just use a size F hook - if you are using a stiffer yarn, stick with G and increase the rows or try H

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with size G hook, CH32

ROW 1 - HDC in 3rd CH from hook; HDC across; CH2, turn

ROW 2-7 HDC in next HDC (back loops only); repeat across; CH2; turn

on ROW 7, don’t CH2, instead, fold the mitten in half; with yarn still on your hook, sew up the side; tie off.

on other side, starting from the top of mitten, sew down the side - TURN INSIDE OUT; now you can trim around the cuff any way you like - I made 2 sets of DC all around, then tie off. For a girl, you can use a shell or other border.

Weave satin ribbon through bottom near the cuff - tie in a bow - you’re done!

Please do not sell this pattern - you may use it (and sell what you make), share it, and link back to this site. Enjoy!

Since I love making things myself, I make my own ponytail holder/scrunchies - here's one I made this week - it's very easy

First, buy a discount package of ponytail rubber bands in any size or kind you like - I like the black ones.

I used a chunky yarn for this one - with size J or K hook (depending on what you like), do a SC around your rubber band until it is as tight as you want it - flex it around and make sure it's all filled in - JOIN;

then, do 3DC (or more for more ruffles) in each SC all the way around; JOIN and fasten off!

That's it - you can use any type of yarn - if you want no ruffle, don't do 3DC in each SC - either leave it as is or just add 1DC to each SC

for Fun Fur or that type of yarn, I use size J or K hook, and instead of SC around the first time, do DC around, then JOIN and FASTEN OFF - if you want more fluff, add more rows

Please do not sell this pattern - you may use it (and sell what you make), share it, and link back to this site. Enjoy!

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I was born and rised in Texas an no live in the beautiful state of Colorado. I am married to Bobby Ethridge and have 3 grown sons and 2 grown stepsons (and I am ready for grandbabies). Some of my hobbies include needlework (crochet, knit), artwork, photography, writing, nature hikes, fishing, camping, anything outdoors - as well as collecting cook books and wildlife/nature books. I also enjoy history, military, trains, planes, and classic cars. And, last but not least, westerns - John Wayne is my movie hero. Hey, I grew up with all brothers and had all sons - what do you expect! I also love my teddy bears and dolls, so it's even.